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Originally Posted by BBDC5
Thank you 530iDriver. Unfortunately, the petrol is relatively more expensive than diesel in Toronto (Canada). I would say we need to pay an additional 20 to 30% premium on petrol. You guys are very lucky as the gas price is a lot cheaper. Thanks to the Canadian Government that loves to impose tax on petrol to penalize car lovers.
I totally agree with you on the scandal that it really disrupted the diesel market. I believe in BMW that they would not follow the business tactic as like VW to cheat the consumers.
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Actually, US diesel is usually cheaper than premium, which is required in NA petrol engines. Typically its about 5% more expensive in the US per gallon for premium and at least 30% less efficient. The huge difference in cost is always spoken of in reverse - that diesel is more expensive - since people don't compare it to premium but to regular grade gasoline. They also don't do the math regarding the fuel economy difference.
PL